Graspable (unbreakable) mirror toys which can be held and played with.

Loses interest in crib gyms and toys suspended above when can sit up and move about (crib gyms can create a strangulation hazard; stop using when child can push up on hands and knees at about 5 months).

Dressing, Lacing, Stinging Toys

large colored beads (fewer than 10).

From around 1 1/2:

lacing cubes or board with thick, blunt spindle.

Sand and Water Play Toys.

simple floating toys - 1-2 pieces, easy to grasp in one hand.

sponges; small shovel and pail.

From around 1 1/2 :

nesting tub toys.

bathtub activity centers.

funnels, colanders.

small sandbox tools (rake should have blunt teeth).

Make Believe Play

Dolls

soft-bodied or all-rubber baby dolls.

simple dolls with no hair, moving eyes, or movable limbs.

dolls to fit easily in child's arms, or small dolls (5-6 inches).

simple accessories for care taking - bottle, blanket.

simple doll clothes, need not be detachable.

from around1 1/2:

large peg people.

Stuffed Toys

very soft, lightweight, easy to hold.

slender limbs on toys for easy grasp.

for safety reasons no whiskers, buttons, bows or bells.

Puppets

puppets operated by adult.

Role-Play Materials

toy telephone; full length mirror.

simple housekeeping equipment.

simple doll equipment - carriage, bed.

from around 1 1/2:

simple dress-ups; hats, scarves, ties, shoes, jewelry.

role-play toys that can be pushed and make noise - (TOY) mower, vacuum

child-sized equipment - oven, fridge, sink, table, chairs.

Play Scenes (Including Small Figures)

All figurines should be at least 1 3/4 inches (44millameters) in diameter: however if any object appears to fit easily in the child's mouth keep it away from child.)